Job Number:
HC-05095
Date Posted:
April 14, 2026
Position Title:
Associate, Crisis Communications
Party:
N/A
Office Code:
Office/Company:
Weber Shandwick
Reports To:
Location:
New York, NY
Contact:
Salary:
$52,000 USD – $60,000 USD
Primary Role
Secondary Role:
Job Type:
Full Time
Description:
Weber Shandwick is seeking an Associate in New York to join its Global Crisis and Issues Practice.Supports development of press releases, crisis plans, media strategies, reactive media statements, talking points, FAQs, memos, crisis simulations, and other deliverables as needed.1–2 years of professional experience in an agency/strategic consulting firm, political campaign or organization, law, or similar setting.
Responsibilities:
• Serves as a key team member supporting a range of complex, high-profile corporate issues/crisis communications situations
• Supports monitoring and triaging of client issues
• Conducts research on a wide range of issues; reviews and prepares executive summaries and analyses detailing clear and concise findings
• Provides input during development of projects based on insights and knowledge of client preferences
• Prepares for and takes part in client meetings, including accurately capturing notes, agenda action items, call recaps, and updating trackers, timelines, and status documents
Qualifications:
• Strong writing skills and meticulous attention to detail
• Strong understanding of social analytics
• Full analytical fluency in all social/digital platforms
• Crisis communications, issues management, and/or public affairs experience
• Sharp curiosity and an analytical mind
Instructions:
See employer site for application details.
Other:
Weber Shandwick is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
